2000 Fiat Duna vs. 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2000 Fiat Duna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,713 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit (64 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Duna weights approximately 85 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna. 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Duna | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1713 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
